Goth-metal frontman, who died Wednesday, pulled fans through ‘darkest days.’ By Kyle Anderson Peter Steele in 2007 Photo: Greetsia Tent/ Getty Images The sudden death of Type O Negative frontman Peter Steele has sent shockwaves through the metal community . The imposing, deep-voiced frontman for the Brooklyn goth-metal favorites left an impression not only on his bandmates and contemporaries, but also on his fans and followers, many of whom stormed the Web to express their sorrow and share memories. “I love Peter. He was so unique,” commenter Deborah wrote on MTV.com. “I loved his lyrics to his songs. I loved his sense of humor. He was so down to earth with his all fans.” Dan, another commenter, recognized Steele’s passion and said it came through his music. “Peter Steele changed my life. His tall frame and massive build was not what defined him; it was his voice and his passion for his music,” he wrote. “Type O Negative moved me in ways no music ever has. Peter Steele will be deeply missed, but his music will live on in my soul.”
